Solid car for the year. Raymond Loewy's highly distinctive shape for the 1947 Commander and Champion, spectacular on their Starlight coupe, led if it did not create a boom in America's trunk space. Free shipping. Champion and Commander sedans, Coups, convertibles a Please Note The Following **Vehicle Location is a, 1949 Studebaker Pickup RatRod Custom - Automatic - 500 C.I. Bring help to push. $13,995.00 Recent Rat Rod Class winner this past F 1952 Studebaker Champion 4 door with suicide rear doors. ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, Advance Auto carries over 85 aftermarket parts for your 1949 Studebaker Commander, along with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts. Like my new Audi, but no electronic read, my 39 MG did have a float in the oil pan, pressing a button on the dash changed the gas gauge to an oil gauge. This rare and desirable bullet-nose Starlight coupe is the top-of-the-line Commander model. Studebaker coasted along with the old bodies until 1952. WeBe Autos Specializes in Marketing and Advertising Muscle, Classic, Vintage and Specialty Cars, 1949 Studebaker Four Door Sedan, Suicide Doors, Just needs a little TLC, Both Run and Drive. That being saidits still a fine example of Streamline Moderne design. 49 Studebaker Champion convertible. Only 100 of these units were sold before Studebaker began using GM Saginaw type units. All in all, many people[who?] The car is not perfect, but it is a really solid example of a quite unusual and interesting car, and good examples do sell for prices of around $20,000. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. I put a little heat to them, and discovered they were glued in place by solid blocks of wax build up. The President Classic used the longer 120.5" wheelbase of the Hawks, and like the 19471950 Land Cruisers used the additional length to create a roomier rear passenger area. Ive bought literally scores of vehicles sight-unseen and had them shipped. We, 1949 Studebaker 2R5 Custom Pickup TruckVIN: R526530 Do you like old Studebaker trucks? . Studebaker kept the 245 for Trucks, large and pickups until 1960. Runs smooth with its 6 cylinder and 6 volt system. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. Stop 1949 STUDEBAKER LAND CRUISER SPECIFICATIONS PRICE Base price: $2,328 Price as optioned: N/A Options: Overdrive, Climatizer heater, whitewall tires, chrome wheel discs, AM radio ENGINE Type: L-head straight-six, cast-iron block and cylinder head Displacement: 245.6 cubic inches Bore x Stroke: 3.312 x 4.750 inches Compression ratio: 6.5:1 Straight car. When the cover was removed, it looked like one was still there ! After eventually passing through several owners, the car is now in a private collection of Studebaker automobiles. They glide down the road and comfortably keep up with modern traffic. We can ship to your location. Super fun truck. For 1947-1953 Studebaker Commander Brake Hose Centric 99855FP 1951 1948 1949 (Fits: Studebaker Commander) $23.17. Fits 1947-1953 Studebaker Commander Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder Kit Front Dorman (Fits: 1949 Studebaker Commander) $11.80. In a 1953 road test done by Popular Mechanics, the Commander got a 0-60mph of 17.9 seconds and was rated as getting 26.1 mpg at 30mph.[5]. After reading all the comments, maybe this car hasnt rolled the speedometer as I thought it probably had. One was a light green Champion and the other a maroon coloured Commander . Classics on Autotrader is your one-stop shop for the best classic cars, muscle cars, project cars, exotics, hot rods, classic trucks, and old cars for sale. A non-engineering employee requested permission to purchase the complete car, rather than see it rot away at the proving grounds with other, earlier prototypes of other cars and trucks. special extra-long-wheelbase new Land Cruiser New Regal See specifications list in photo section. Selling this clean all original little 54 champion, this car is all original and was ordered with a 6 cylinder, automatic combination which was kinda rare. will get toasted early, unless you have Tshirt , shorts ,sandals and a smile Solid car for the year.Read More. $3,000 Dealership CC-1656610 1951 Studebaker Commander 1951 StudaBaker Commander Bullet Nose! And i nascar , i dont drive but i am always willing to let someone merge in . I only do it when the weather is convenient! We joked about cars that had done the ton, or rolled over. Studebaker coasted along with the old bodies until 1952. James Nance the idiot running Packard didnt help either when the two companies on death row combined. All original 1960 Studebaker Champ Pickup. If its operable, I want to drive it. A lot of wor. That vast expanse of rear glass offers panoramic views in every direction. Solid car for the year. The 1950 Champion differed from the Commander, which had a distinctive bumper, carried over from 1949, longer front fenders and large headlight bezels, as well as a distinctive jet-style hood ornament and shared an appearance with the 1949 Ford Sedan. When the other items ran their course, they were replaced by non-tri-star items. 1949 Studebaker Pick-up Featured in Custom Classic Truck June 2012. 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Solid car for the year. Deluxe 2 Door Starlighardtop Coup There was also a smoother looking instrument panel, doing away with the individually hooded gauges of the previous year. Solid car for the year. There were also fewer frame re-enforcements than in subsequent years. Midvale, UT 5 years at classiccars.com 3 24,995 1949 Studebaker Truck pickup black manual Regal A part of American Automotive History, 1959 Studebaker Lark Convertible A very rare American Icon the "Studebaker Lark Convertible." I remember when oil-changes were recommended every 1,000 miles. OTOH, fuels in those days contained sulfur, some of which would end up in the crankcase and combined with condensation, the result was sulfuric acid in the oil with predictable dangers. overdrive, or stay below 50 mph. Today, that design is something that is refreshingly different and distinct. This car restomodded would be rockin at cars and coffee. *289 Cu. The Land Cruiser was introduced at the 1933 Chicago World's Fair as an extensively streamlined sedan. STP oil treatment was first introduced in 1952 as a product of Chemical Compounds Inc. of St. Joseph, Missouri. Free shipping. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. $29990.00 Serious and qualified buyers 59 studebaker lark All stock Flathead 6 cylinder Automatic Great driver! Piston rings to drive as well as to look at. Wiring harness Brakes Paint Front and Rear Suspension Tires New Chrome Rebuilt Carb Gas Tank Steering Box show co 1957 Studebaker President Classic. WeBe Autos Specializes in Marketing and Advertising Muscle, Classic, Vintage and Specialty Cars. Represented to us as 44,527 actual miles with actual odometer reading on the title as proof. People older than myself often make comments about how old engines just did not have the life in them that new engines do. Regal Deluxe 2 (Mercedes-Benz cars were still relatively unknown in America at that time, so most people[who?] You do get a different view 2 Door Sedan Gateway Classic Cars of Dallas is pleased to offer this classic, rare Studebaker Wagon for sale. Solid project Please N, This 1954 Studebaker Commander Restomod is really the best of everything. Problem is a lot of restomods are done by amitures with sawsalls, cutting touches and no planing, Which lends credence to what Ken is saying, hes not wrong and many cars are left ruined by this kind of work. Im glad youre not so we can be friends!, Yeah, i get it ! It was pristine, and came with a encyclopedia set size pile of maintenance records, detailing ball joint changes and other fairly deep type work. The only issue is the fact that the engine is apparently a bit smoky, but it does have good oil pressure and runs quietly and smoothly. Their classic lines make for one fine hot rod. The doors are the same from 47-52. Studebaker was a once proud company, but paid employees too much, had bad management and when it finally got Sherwood Egbert, he made great business moves to save the company, but he died too young. After a four-year run, The President models, in turn, were dropped at the end of 1958 to make way for the new compact Lark model. Cadillac V8 - 2800 Miles (Since Build) Y, 1949 Studebaker Custom Pickup Truck Features: Custom Frame Mustang Front End Corvette Rear End Tilt, 1949 Studebaker Pick-up Featured in Custom Classic Truck June 2012. My girlfriend and i enjoy our rides on our tandem bike , its cheesy but we just dont care The car now runs, drives, and stops well, and the 3-speed overdrive transmission also works perfectly. Yolo. I love biking If this Stude were 225 miles from me, and I wanted it, Id probably drive over too. Solid car for the year. New legroom! good interior, front seats non-original. easy even for short men! 1949 Studebaker Four Door Sedan. The third generation Champion and the Commander were introduced in 1947. With 259 V8-automatic. Classifieds for 1949 to 1962 Studebaker Vehicles. I recall people used to stand and stare at them in amazement as they passed by wondering which way they were going. Im generally a purist but this would make a nice restomod. Then it was changed to the 245. Stock body, except wheels. It was running 8 years ago when we drove it to a mechanic that was going to do body work but left it outside in his lot and time and weather beat it up. It featured center-opening, rear-hinged rear doors (called "suicide doors" by some) and was powered by the larger of Studebaker's two straight-6 engines. Self-adjusting brakes Variable ratio "extra-leverage" 1928 Studebaker, Commander, 6 cylinder, completely restored. We currently only have 1, priced at $25,000. On March 17, 1966, Studebaker shut down production of all vehicles.[6][7]. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. Commander Actually, Rodney, I remember it vividly. Represented to us as 44,527 actual miles with actual odometer reading on the title as proof. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. ; wb: 123 in.) 1954-1966 STUDEBAKER COMMANDER LARK HAWK WHEEL CYLINDER KIT QTY. Size for size, wheelbase The 51 52 will not. But the engines suffered from overheating, and on the Champion, oil filters were an extra cost option, my father did not opt, the engine was toast at 40,000 miles. elec .ignition. 1949 Studebaker Commander. All studebaker cars . It was always kept out of the elements but moved from barn to shed more than once. trim rings or discs optional at extra cost on all models. Chilton Automotive Multi-Guide, Spring 1931, p. 193. Original interior looks very good as well 109,000 miles 289 V8 hi pro Newly rebuilt motor always been garaged and it shows a great collector car thats fun to drive R 1953 Studebaker Commander, Starliner hardtop. If it were an $80,000 car, Id hire a marque expert more local to the car to evaluate it. A restomod done right could be returned back to original, including original parts. It had the 226. 1949 Studebaker Commander Starlight Coupe Adam Clarke While there are some cars from automotive history which would tend to make rear seat passengers feel claustrophobic due to little or no visibility from the rear seats, the Starlight is not a car that could have that sort of criticism leveled against it. Original 283 engine. .I guess that means the backseat will have to be reupholstered. There are 98 new and used 1949 to 1962 Studebakers listed for sale near you on ClassicCars.com with prices starting as low as $500. The Studebaker wears 58 years of dust, dirt, and grime but doesnt look as though any furry dwellers the car shared space with did any noticeable damage. I like the looks of these better than the bullet nose versions. ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, These Commanders are a totally different car from a Champion heavier frame and suspension, bigger brakes, entire drive train is bigger and stronger. The team rested for a little over three hours before attempting another record on the 600-mile track to Brisbane. At the same time, there was major work performed on the braking system and rear axle. This car is 225 miles from me (I tipped BF to this car.) Want a `51 cvt.? Before the Eisenhower era, there were neither roads nor any real desire to make fast, open road cruisers like even a low-priced junker today will do. While a lot of us still change oil every 3,000 miles, the recommendations for most new cars in the past 20-30 years have been more like 6,000-7,500 miles. Why wait for 2 years and lots of money to have a rig restored that is not as pretty as this one. I dont do it because of emissions They were the first redesigned post war American cars, 2 years ahead of others. Really nice car. Free shipping. Whew, when I read your first post in this thread, I thought you were one of them. Always enjoy reading comments from car guys with experience Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Magazine Ad* - 1949 - Studebaker Commander Convertible & Champion at the best online prices at eBay! A couple of thoughts come to mind. This car just stares back at you, asking please save me.. Become a member to add images to your comments. Use Classics on Autotrader' intuitive search tools to find the best classic car, muscle car, project car, classic truck, or hot rod. 1950 Studebaker R2 Pickup truck on a 1986 Monte Carlo SS chassis. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. 1949 Studebaker Commander..Starlight Coupe..Beautiful Car..The One Everybody Wants..Low Mileage..Slate Grey Paint..One Re-Paint back to Original..Original Grey .More. It is truly one of a kind. As for this Studabaker Im in the camp of the like it. Shown by appt in Oceanside. This can probably be attributed to the introduction of the lively new Studebaker V8 engine that year. The Best Ford Mustangs Ever Made. Rear Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder Kit Dorman - First Stop x Fits 1949-1953 2R5 (Fits: 1949 Studebaker Commander) $21.96. Another odd thing, was the valve covers on the old nailhead refused to release. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. V8, 4sp, 8 lug wheels. But i cant throw paper in the garbage ! buying and selling classic and collector vehicles. This prestigious accolade represents the continued growth of the company, and ClassicCars.com's dominance as the world's largest online marketplace for R1 V8 *4 Speed Manual *Recently Rebuilt Single 4 Barrel Carburetor *Recently Rebuilt Power Steering *Recently Rebuilt Power Front Disc Brakes *Air Conditioning *1 of 91 Produced w/ A/C & 4 Speed * 1963 Studebaker Lark Wagonaire, rare sliding roof wagon, Green Metallic with matching interior, 259 cu in 140 HP V8, 3-speed transmission, fully serviced, funky and fun! 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. Please Note The Following *Vehicle Location is at our clients home and Not In Cadillac, Michigan. Overhau, 1949 Studebaker Pickup RatRod Custom - Automatic - 500 C.I. I wonder what it would take to get this one in minimally acceptable (drive-able) condition. cushions (standard except on Champions), Automatic overdrive, Popular pricing guides set the low retail of a 1949 1/2-ton 2R5 at $7,450, the average retail at $13,450 and high retail at $30,500. 1949 Studebaker Champion $ 30,995 or $446/mo 1949 Studebaker Champion Starlight Coupe is fully restored back to its original beauty. windshield and window vision! I had a Saturn sc1 that burned a litre every 1000 kilometres started using the Lucas and it stopped using oil altogether. Either that, or theyre just being realistic about not having the skill to purchase a vehicle sight-unseen and not get burned on the deal. I do it because it is relaxing , Of course it needs work to make it a show car. I'm getting rid of my dads 1962 Studebaker Pick Up. Im not familiar with these cars but this one has nice body lines. Runs and drives nice. In 1935, the Commander was dropped from Studebakers product line, only to be reinstated in 1937 when the name was applied to Studebakers least expensive range formerly known as the Studebaker Dictator. It is all original with 90 percent original paint, having only the hood repainted due to sun fading. Deluxe 2 Door Coup The Studebaker Land Cruiser is an automobile that was produced by the Studebaker Corporation of South Bend, Indiana (United States) from 19341954. These are now collectors items. 1949 Studebaker Champion Commander For Sale - Chelsea Cars 1949 Studebaker Champion Commander For Sale Make: Studebaker Model: Champion Commander First Registered: 1949 Price: POA Mileage: Colour: Yellow Engine: Gearbox: Manual Power: LHD/RHD: LHD Additional Features: 1949 Studebaker Champion Commander For Sale Hi there I'm selling my 1955 Studebaker presidential Speedster Super rare rare car only 2200 made in 1955 this is a true barn find car has been sitting for a long time behind a barn car is all original matching number engine 259 cubic inc 1948 Chev Chopped Top, Hot Rod, Rat Rod 350/700R4 Impala front and rear frame, Aftermarket gauges, Completely Wired, Runs Great. No. Studebaker Run and Drive. had. IT HAS THE ORIGINAL 289 V8 WITH CHROME VALVE COVERS, ALSO SOME PERFORMANCE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT, ELECTRIC FUEL P 1955 Studebaker Champion. The car was based on the 1953 2-door Starliner hardtop. The seat is missing other then that it looks all there. We had a 50 Studebaker that Dad bought new. Body in decent shape. The shorter wheel based Champion Starlight Coupe looked better, to my mind, the big difference being the trunk length. The Vehicle was restored by a body shop in OK that repainted the car gold metallic over its original faded beige-colored exterior. Coup